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IATA Report Sees Decarbonization Transition Costing $4.7T

9/25/2024 - The International Air Transportation Association (IATA) projects that the costs of transitioning to net zero emissions are $4.7 trillion between 2024 and 2050. Despite high costs, IATA believe full aviation decarbonization by 2050 is possible if the problem is tackled with appropriate urgency.

Source: https://aviationweek.com/special-topics/sustainability/iata-report-sees-decarbonization-transition-costing-47t


Copenhagen Airport installs large green energy storage battery

3/22/2024 - Copenhagen Airport recently installed a 900 kW / 1,200 kWh capacity battery system for green energy storage. The airport is a partner of EU project ALIGHT which aims to find solutions for a more sustainable aviation future.

Source: https://www.green-forum.eu/energy/20240322/copenhagen-airport-installs-large-green-energy-storage-battery-971

 


Minnesota SAF Hub launches first-of-its-kind coalition to scale sustainable aviation fuel

8/29/2023 - Delta Air Lines, Ecolab, Xcel Energy, and the Bank of America have joined forces to establish the first large-scale SAF Hub in the United States. The coalition plans to increase SAF production through a series of phases until SAF is large enough in scope to replace conventional jet fuel.

Source: https://news.delta.com/minnesota-saf-hub-launches-first-its-kind-coalition-scale-sustainable-aviation-fuel